Topps took over NFL trading card production in 1956 and created a few different packaging options for youngsters ready to start a collection. Finds in later years have helped with the knowledge.
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Modern Sports Card News
2019 Bowman’s Best Baseball Preview
Packing four autographs per master box, 2019 Bowman’s Best baseball will arrive with a shout out to a Bowman product design from 20 years ago.
Business News
A Young Jackie Robinson Appears on Two 1940s Cigarette Cards
Jackie Robinson’s endorsement led to a cigarette advertising card from the latter part of the 1940s.
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Industry News
Upper Deck Lands Exclusive Deal with NHL No. 1 Pick Jack Hughes
Hockey card collectors and dealers can rest easy. Top draft pick Jack Hughes is under contract for multiple years with the league’s trading card partner.
Sports Memorabilia News
Ray Bourque Consigns Career Memorabilia to Auction
Hockey legend Ray Bourque will sell off some of his career memorabilia later this year.
Around the Hobby
Notes: Collector’s Find Winds Up in HOF; Munson “Roast” Program; Farewell to Long-Time Dealer; Jim Beckett: Podcaster
One collector’s historic hockey find is donated to the Hockey Hall of Fame; a great old program from a Thurman Munson “roast”; a long-time New Jersey dealer is laid to rest…and Dr. Jim Beckett has a new podcast.
Editor’s Blog
Editor’s Blog: Niners Jersey a Rare Piece from a Memorable Player
A one-year style 49ers jersey worn by a player known for one of the most bizarre plays in football history is now in the hands of an avid collector.
- Notes: NSCC Baines Sweepstakes; Finals Warmups; Bankrupt Becker’s Stuff Sells, Palace Auction
- Notes: NSCC Autograph Additions; Altered Cards; Rookie Premiere Story; Mayo Factory History
- Notes on the Card Doctoring Scandal
- Notes: Gretzky Collector’s Crazy Tattoo; Ruth Jersey on Nightly News; Gary V Touts Cards Again
What’s Hot in the Shop
What’s Hot: Catering to a New Generation of Collectors
A successful Kid’s Club launch has Mike feeling excited for the future as he runs down the top five best selling sports card boxes.
